Obituaries

Obituary notices.

Iragene “Jeanie” Coppedge, 76, a resident of Las Cruces, NM

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Published: 14 November 2023 14 November 2023

CoppedgeJIt is deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister Iragene “Jeanie” Coppedge. Jeanie was born November 21, 1946 in Deming, NM and entered eternal rest on November 8, 2023 in Las Cruces, NM with her husband Bill by her side.

A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 2 o’clock in the afternoon at Baca’s Funeral Chapel. Pastor Koreen Guillermo will be officiating. Cremation has been entrusted to Baca’s Mimbres Crematory.

She was the beloved daughter of Ira Joe and Louella Offutt. Everyone who ever met Jeanie knew how kind and caring of a person she was. Jeanie married Bill Coppedge on July 23, 1977 at The First United Methodist Church in Deming, NM. She attended Deming Public Schools where she graduated in 1965. Upon graduation she attended McMurry University in Abilene, TX. After returning to Deming, she went to work for Deming Public Schools as the Director of Finance and retired in 1995. Then she became the manager of the Deming School Employees Credit Union where she worked for 18 years. Jeanie and Bill were blessed with their 2 children and their one and only grandchild Basil Adcock who arrived in 2017. Retirement was difficult for them until their days were filled with the excitement and joy of their grandson. She loved the holidays because it brought together her family and many friends. She lived a wonderful life and will be missed by many.

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Estevan Munoz Sierra, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM

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Published: 14 November 2023 14 November 2023

SierraEstevanEstevan Munoz Sierra, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM.  He was born on April 16, 1935 to his parents, Estevan and Nesaria (Munoz) Sierra in Silver City, New Mexico. 

Estevan M. Sierra better known as Steve. Steve was a fantastic Husband, Uncle, Father, Brother, Son and Friend who was loved by many. Steve was a 21- year army veteran who had been the recipient of many commendations, including Purple Heart, Courage Under Fire as a Medic, Silver Star and Bronze Star. Steve was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed bowling with his friends and family, as well as coaching his children and many others in tee-ball, soccer, baseball where he believed that every child deserved to play no matter their skill level. Steve believed in helping his community as shown by his involvement with L.U.L.A.C as well as his profession as a paralegal working for Southern New Mexico Legal Services. 

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Nabor Iturralde, 49, a resident of Silver City, NM - pending

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Published: 13 November 2023 13 November 2023

Nabor Iturralde, 49, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Monday, November 6, 2023 at his residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

William David Moreland, 71, a resident of Arenas Valley, NM

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Published: 11 November 2023 11 November 2023

MorelandWWilliam David Moreland, 71, a resident of Arenas Valley, NM entered eternal rest Friday, November 3, 2023 at his residence. He was born on October 13, 1952 to his parents, Omega Nelson and Marilyn (Jackson) Moreland in Silver City, NM.  He was a Haul Truck Driver for Freeport-McMoRan. 

He is survived by his two brothers, Walter C. Moreland (Ruth) of Santa Clara, NM and Rex Moreland (Peggy) of Massillon, OH; his sister Judy Hoyt of Arenas Valley, NM; his three uncles; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother-in-law Charles Hoyt. 

A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 2:00pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Pastor Joseph Gros officiating.  He will then be laid to rest at Santa Clara Cemetery following the service.  

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trust care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .     

Jennifer Boyle, 64, a resident of Silver City, NM - pending

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Published: 10 November 2023 10 November 2023

Jennifer Boyle, 64, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, November 10, 2023 at her residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Vera Carroll, 78, a resident of Silver City, NM - pending

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Published: 09 November 2023 09 November 2023

Vera Carroll, 78, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Gila Regional Medical Center.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Estevan Sierra, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM - pending

Category: Obituaries Obituaries
Published: 09 November 2023 09 November 2023

Estevan Sierra, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

William Clair Scott, 73, a resident of Silver City, NM

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Published: 09 November 2023 09 November 2023

William Clair Scott was transferred to Heaven on Sunday, October 29, 2023; he was 73 years old.  Bill was born on July 8, 1950.  He was an Army Veteran and spent much of his life serving this nation from Vietnam through Desert Storm, after 22 years of service retiring as an Infantry Master Sergeant. 

He is survived by his wife, Janis; two children, Sheryl Simpson of AL, and Robert Scott of Silver City, NM; four grandchildren, Christian, Courtney, William, and Samuel; nine great grandchildren, as well as his sister, Carolyn Longberry and her family of Colorado Springs, CO.

He will be laid to rest with a small ceremony at Fort Bayard National Cemetery on November 27th.  Cremation has taken place at Terrazas crematory.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .

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